With a potential prison sentence looming for the former president, a power struggle could emerge among his allies to inherit control of the movement.

Former Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro faces a possible 30-year prison sentence in a coup trial starting at the Supreme Court.

With a potential prison sentence looming for the former president, a power struggle could emerge among his allies to inherit control of the movement.

The former president is accused of plotting a coup to remain in power after he lost the 2022 election.

Former president in court along with seven others accused of failed power grab after losing 2022 election

Former Brazilian president in court along with seven others accused of failed power grab after 2022 election loss.

The former president is charged with five counts, including plotting the assassination of senior officials.

As the trial of the former Brazilian president draws to a close, we recap some of the basics of the case.